Renewable Energy Engineer Job at Public Utilities Commission, San Francisco County, CA

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  • Public Utilities Commission
  • San Francisco County, CA

Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility.  If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please  Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”.   

The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.  Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process.

Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit. 

Would you like to contribute to achieving the state’s ambitious and internationally recognized clean energy and environmental goals? The California Public Utilities Commission is the State’s lead agency working to increase the amount of clean and renewable energy in California. The Renewables Procurement Section is in search of dynamic, creative team members to assist in implementing critical statewide programs, such as the California Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS) program. Established in 2002, the RPS program seeks to reduce fossil fuel consumption, air pollution, and greenhouse gases associated with electricity generation. If energy or environmental sustainability is your passion, and you would to contribute to California’s clean energy future, we encourage you to apply. The Renewables Procurement Section values strong communication skills and seeks individuals that perform well in team environments.

Under supervision of the Project and Program Supervisor, the engineer will advise and assist high-level decision-makers such as Commissioners, Judges, and Energy Division management. The engineer may act as a team leader and project coordinator on renewable energy analysis projects, which may include policy and technical analysis, as well as data management, modeling, and visualization. The engineer will make recommendations based on independent analysis of regulatory, policy and technical issues. The engineer will also develop analysis and make recommendations regarding the CPUC’s policy-setting rulemakings via a wide range of work products, review and provide feedback on proposed legislative bills, and/or oversee implementation of programs that result from these CPUC and legislative processes.

The engineer will perform other work as necessary, such as writing and presenting reports, coordinating with other California organizations and agencies (e.g., the California Energy Commission, the California Air Resources Board, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, U.S. Forest Service, California Independent System Operator), and responding to outside inquiries.

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Working Conditions

This advertisement is listed specifically for San Francisco (SAC, SF, LA) location.  All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.

  • Sacramento location, please apply to JC# 451021 
  • Los Angeles location, please apply to JC# 451032

Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.


This position is advertised as Limited-term for 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or may become permanent.

This position requires travel.

Positions at the CPUC may be eligible for telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, and subject to meeting the telework eligibility criteria.  Telework Policy CalHR

Special Requirements

Prepare and submit a response for each question below. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. Refer to the job description and duties, and duty statement to prepare your response. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ and writing that exceeds the page limit will not be considered or scored. All information in the SOQ is subject to verification. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than two pages.

Please write your SOQ to address the following three questions:

  1. What is your experience in policy and technical analysis; this should include your experience with modeling and making suitable recommendations based on your analyses?
  2. What is your experience with rules and regulations related to safety, electric system reliability, electrical grid interconnections, as well as the environment?
  3. What is your experience managing multiple datasets, analyzing big data, building or modifying databases, presenting data, and using various data visualization software (e.g. Tableau and ArcGIS)?


It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at 

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.


If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position,  you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma . An official transcript will be required prior to appointment. 

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at 

Employment information on the STD 678 state application MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors.  Resumes, or referring to resumes, will not be accepted in place of the completed STD 678.  Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 will not be considered. 

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

  • Experience working in a collaborative, team environment;
  • Experience producing documents, providing briefings, giving presentations, or facilitating meetings or workshops.; and
  • Experience with California or Federal rules and policies governing renewables (e.g Renewables Portfolio Standards or California bioenergy policies or programs).

Benefits

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications - Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see 'Special Requirements' for instructions.

Job Tags

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